Successfully Treated Severe Acne Using Selective Electrothermolysis in a Patient with Nephrotic Syndrome

Acne is very common in adolescents and young adults. Although there are various conventional treatment modalities, some patients are prone to side effects and need alternative options. A 22-year-old male patient who were treated with high dose systemic steroid for his nephrotic syndrome, encountered...

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Published inAnnals of dermatology Vol. 31; no. 1; pp. 75 - 77
Main Authors Ryu, Hwa Jung, Park, Ji Hyun, Ryu, Sook In, Kim, Bo Young, Chun, Seung Hyun
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Korea (South) The Korean Dermatological Association; The Korean Society for Investigative Dermatology 01.02.2019
대한피부과학회
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Case Report
피부과학
Acne vulgaris
Radiofrequency therapy
Selective electrothermolysis
Sebaceous gland
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Summary:Acne is very common in adolescents and young adults. Although there are various conventional treatment modalities, some patients are prone to side effects and need alternative options. A 22-year-old male patient who were treated with high dose systemic steroid for his nephrotic syndrome, encountered severe acne on his face and neck. Since the patient's medical condition was unable to administer systemic agent, he was treated with the selective electrothermolysis device. The sebaceous gland targeting treatment by selective electrothermolysis with microneedle radiofrequency device, had minimal adverse effect and the skin lesions improved dramatically. The patient was satisfied and did not want further treatment.
ISSN:1013-9087
2005-3894
DOI:10.5021/ad.2019.31.1.75